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Meet the Doctor

Geneva Dalton and Her


Gift of a Lifetime

Make Your Will Known
I N S I D E
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Thanks to You,
Cancer Patients Have
Personalized Help

Save the Date: Berry
Creek Cancer Fund
Golf Tournament

Your Gifts, Your Vote
Seton Circle Funds
New Projects
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A newsletter for friends
of the Seton Williamson
Foundation supporting
Seton Highland Lakes
Hospital, Seton Northwest
Hospital and Seton Medical
Center Williamson
Your support changes lives every day. For Ed Swartz, it led to a correct diagnosis
and potentially life-saving treatment for stroke.
Te trouble started with the ring and pinky fngers on Eds right hand. Ed, an active
outdoorsman, grandfather and muscle car enthusiast, recalls the annoying symptoms.
I just couldnt control those two fngers. I thought it was from a pinched nerve in my back.
Hit from Out of the Blue
Stroke surprises healthy Hutto man who finds
experts at Seton Williamson
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You helped make this story possible!
Spring
2014
Seton Williamson patient Ed Swartz
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I am thrilled to be a part of the Central Texas medical community, said Dr. Bradley Boone,
who relocated to Austin earlier this year. A vascular surgeon who practices at Seton Williamson
and other area hospitals, Dr. Boone is one of the physicians who treated Ed Swartz (featured
on the cover). Dr. Boone left his hometown of Meridian, Mississippi to join Cardiothoracic
and Vascular Surgeons, one of the largest practices in the country. It is a great time to be
in vascular surgery. Technology is expanding rapidly and allowing us to do less invasive
procedures with fewer risks of complications. Te decision to leave his hometown was not an
easy one, but Dr. Boone, who has fve children, has no regrets. My family and I consider this
a dream-come-true opportunity.
Meet the Doctor
Bradley Boone, MD Vascular Surgery
Hit from Out of the Blue
Continued from Cover
Ed visited his chiropractor for some adjustments, but a week
later his fngers were worse. It was strange because I never felt
any pain, none!
Ed visited an urgent care center near his home in Hutto. Te
doctor there couldnt fnd any explanation for his symptoms and
sent him home with the advice to visit a back specialist just
to be safe.
Te next morning things got serious. I woke up and tried to
talk but my speech was slurred, he described. Tis time, with a
little encouragement from his wife, Ed didnt take any chances
and went to the emergency department at Seton Medical Center
Williamson. Experts there quickly discovered that Ed had
sufered two strokes and admitted him.
Here I am, a healthy 55-year-old guy, fnding out that both
my carotid arteries are 95 percent blocked, said Ed. I was
totally amazed.
Eds high triglycerides and family history put him at risk. His
brother died from a stroke at the age of 50.
Two cardiothoracic and vascular surgeons operated on Ed.
Dr. Bradley Boone opened and cleaned out his left carotid
artery, but not before showing Ed a video of what the procedure
involved. Dr. Boone
could tell that seeing
the video would help
me. I was enlightened
and had no worries
whatsoever.
Days later, Dr. Daniel
Fortes inserted a stent
into Eds right carotid
artery to ensure good
blood fow. Ed was
impressed by the entire
care team at Seton
Williamson. Te
doctors and nurses
were awesome and
ready to do anything
to help me.
Ed recovered quickly
and walks three to
four miles every other
day. Hell participate
in therapy at Seton
Williamson to further
improve his speech
and fnger movements.
And to prevent future
episodes, he eats a low fat, low cholesterol diet with plenty of
fruits and vegetables and takes medication.
Theres a message here thats so important to share: know
the signs for stroke and seek expert help like the care
available at Seton Williamson, said Ed. It can hit you from
out of the blue, and Im lucky to be alive.
Ed enjoys restoring his 1965 Ford Mustang.
KNOW THE SIGNS
OF STROKE
Sudden numbness or weakness
of the face, arm, or leg
(especially on one side of the
body)
Sudden confusion, trouble
speaking or understanding
speech
Sudden trouble seeing in one
or both eyes
Sudden trouble walking,
dizziness, loss of balance or
coordination
Sudden severe headache with
no known cause
If you believe someone is having
a stroke, call 911 immediately.
Source: National Institute of Neurological
Disorders and Stroke
Dr. Bradley Boone and family
Tanks to donors like you, A Night at the Savoy netted more
than $375,000. Amazing!
More than $275,000 raised will fund building and equipment
needs to provide excellent, person-centered health care at Seton
Medical Center Williamson. Te Paddles Up portion of the
event raised close to $100,000 for Setons Pediatric Rehabilitation
Clinics, which serve children who are recovering from serious
injuries, those born with developmental disabilities, or who have
undergone chemotherapy and other treatments or procedures.
We work with every difculty these precious children encounter,
and we are so grateful for the support we receive from the
community, said Jennifer Gonzalez, Seton pediatric occupational
therapist.
Tis annual event, hosted by the Seton Womens Development
Board featured a 1930s theme, live and silent auctions,
sumptuous dinner and dancing.
Tanks to gala chairs Kyra Quenan and Lynne
Moore, and the hard work of our wonderful
board, this years event was wildly successful, said
Mary Steger, SWDB president. Our heartfelt
thanks go to everyone who participated for your
dedication and support!
Your Generosity
Shines at Annual Gala
Thank you for helping children
in Williamson County!
PHOTOS
1 - Patti and Jim Schwertner
2 - Mary and Troy Rodriguez
3 - Dr. Neel Ware and Ron and Kay Coleman
4 - Seton Womens Development Board
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Seton Cornerstone
Society Recognized
The power of collective philanthropy

$50,000+
Mr. and Mrs. Troy Rodriguez

$25,000+
Emerson Process Management
Grogan Lord Foundation
Diane and Clay Morgan
Neel Ware, MD

$10,000+
Alpha Painting & Decorating Company, Inc.
Carl C. Anderson, Sr. and Marie Jo Anderson
Charitable Foundation
Bank of America
Sharon and Mike Daggett
Lori and Bob Dorsett
Dr. Marsha and Bryan L. Farney
Keystone Concrete Placement
Joni and Brian Lidiak
Lone Star Circle of Care
Betty F. Lord and David Dotson
Kathleen and R. Grifn Lord
Patti and Jim E. Schwertner, Jr.
JoAnne and Mike Stanley

$5,000+
Anonymous
Advanced Pain Care
Austin Cyberknife
Austin Regional Clinic
Debbie and Mickey L. Brethower
Donna and Bryan Budak
BBVA Compass Bank
Capitol Anesthesiology Association
CapRidge Partners, LLC
Elizabeth and Staley Cates
Emergency Service Partners, L.P.
Melanie and Steven Fox
Amy and Jay Gantt
Eura Mae and Johnny Gantt
Shana and Dan Gattis
Javonne and Hugh Gilmore, MD
Nicole and Glenn Harper, MD
Harden Healthcare
Don Hewlett Chevrolet
Howry, Breen & Herman, L.L.P.
Joanie and Ryan Ludwick
Tracy and Mark T. Malone, MD
Jill and Paul Marshall
Mercedes Benz of Georgetown
TECO-Westinghouse Motor Co.
Texas A&M University College of Nursing

$2,500+
Acadian Ambulance Service
Laura and Brian Aldred, MD
Kathleen and Tim Aronson
Austin Radiological Association
Dr. Tamarah Duperval-Brownlee and
Mr. Clarence Brownlee
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons, P.A
Anne and Robert M. Castle, Jr.
Champion Site Prep, L.P.
Melissa and Mark Dietz
Kim and Beau Embree
First Texas Bank
Kendal and Kenneth L. Gladish, PhD
H-E-B Grocery Company
Gloria and Michael F. Lenis, MD
Lott Brothers Construction Company
Lynne and John Moore
Melissa and Peter C. Perialas, Jr.
Heather and James Parsons
Pediatrix Medical Group of Texas P.A.
Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
Seton Healthcare Family
Sandy and Daniel Sherry
Te Seton Cornerstone Society is an annual giving club designed to support the
work of Seton Medical Center Williamson. Tese businesses and individuals are
part of the legacy to further the mission of Seton and our founders, the Daughters
of Charity.
You, too, can become a member of the Seton Cornerstone Society. For more
information, please contact Heather Parsons, 512-324-4061, hparsons@seton.org.
Seton Cares Shines
at Seton Williamson
The Anchor Society
Named for a traditional symbol of safety and hope,
Te Anchor Society recognizes Seton associates with
cumulative giving of $5,000 or more.
Brian Aldred, MD
Tom and Janet Alexander
Tim Aronson
Charles Barnett
Robert Buchanan, MD
Donna Budak
Lawrence F. Buxton, MD
Julia Davis
Chuck Durant
Becky Fox
Melanie Fox
Hugh Gilmore, MD
Kenneth L. Gladish, PhD
Cynthia Glover
Gail E. Gorman
Robert Graves, MD
Glenn Harper, MD
Ruby Harrison
Mark L. Hazelwood
Special thanks to the Seton employees who generously
supported our annual Seton Cares employee giving
campaign in 2013.
The 1633 Society
Named for the year St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de
Marillac co-founded the Daughters of Charity, Te 1633
Society recognizes Seton associates who made an annual
gift of $250 or more.

2013 Membershi p
Larissa Alberson
Kimberly Arnett
Pilar Atocha-Sanchez
Misty Avila
Kimberly Beacham
Merrily Bieltz
Alicia Brink
Sarah Bush
Yannique Champion
Julia Davis
Peggy Denham
Sherrie Dorow
Patricia Gagnon
Karen Garbaccio
Blake Gardiner
Patricia Garthune
Karen Hairston
Kerry Herm
Cornelia Hood
Gloria Inchoco
Leigh Jackson
Margaret Kelly
Dong Khai
Marilyn Klassen
Cheryl Lewallen
Oscar Leyva
Carla Love
Claire Mackowiak
Erica Magiera
Misty McKinney
Shellye Moon
Cesar Nonot
Danielle Owens
Heather Parsons
Jodie Pepin
Don Piper
Diane Plas
Patricia Rodriguez
Dolly Shubert
Kathryn Sonoda
Michael Steptoe
Kim Vasek
Edward Winslow
Cynthia Young
Maria Zapata
APU Partners, LLC
Carol and Bob Atwood
Austin Community Foundation
Austin Foam Plastics
Beth and Charles N. Avery, III
Michelle and Nelson Avery, MD
Linda and Louis E. Bosi
Nancy Crouse and Craig McCurdy
Tricia and Richard Custer
Karen and Mike Cumberland
Amie and Patrick Dillawn, MD
Frost Bank
Valerie and Tom A. Gammon
Quen and Jesus Garza
Karen and Dan A. Gattis, Sr.
Georgetown Health Foundation
Ms. Gail E. Gorman and Mr. John
B. Fields
Mr. Jerry Hammerlun
Tracey and Rocky Hardin
Gloria and Mark L. Hazelwood
Karlene and Paul J. Hohlstein
Nicole Holt and Geronimo M.
Rodriguez, Jr.
Julia and Randy Howry
Carol and John Jebens
Gerri and John Jeffries
Jewish Communal Fund
John Lewis Company
Erin and John Kiltz
Nancy and Frank Krenek
Janet and Ted Lobsenz
Wallie Lock Charitable Foundation
Kirsten and Mario Longoria, MD
Sandra and David Lott
Arlene and Terrence McKenna
National Western Life Insurance
Sharon and Brent New, MD
Mr. Mickey Powell
Lindsey and Tom Phelps
RJ Precision Machining, Inc.
Dawn and Terrance L. Reid
Susan and Steven Richmond
Mrs. Nancy Rabb
Round Rock Toyota
Patty and Richard Savage
Mr. Charles J. and Dr. Belinda
Schwertner
Linda and Ty Schmitt
Ms. Lori B. Singleton
Connie and Les Sladek
Craig Staebel, MD
Kristy Staebel
Mary and Perry Steger
Stone Crest Investments
Tasus Texas Corporation
Suanna and Kenneth R. Tumlinson
Carol and Mike Town
Linda and Marc Welch
Jeannie and Bob Whetsell
Nancy and Brown Word

$1,000+
Heather Hill
Therese Holmes
Sara P. Jolly
Karen Kahan
Linda LaRoche
Brian Lidiak
Sylvia Moore
Clayton Morgan
Brent New, MD
Hue Nguyen
William J. Reitmeyer, MD
Peter Rieck
Michelle L. Robertson, RN
Charlotte Simpson
Catherine Ullman
Neel Ware, MD
Ava Watson
Milly Whittington
I love to give! Tese are the thoughtful words Geneva Dalton
shared with Tim Aronson and Becky Fox of Seton Highland Lakes
Hospital recently when talking about why she made a gift through
her will.
I have been so blessed, and I want to share that with others.
Because of what Seton does helping those in need receive
the best care when they need it most I decided to direct a
percentage of my estate to Seton Highland Lakes, after I take care
of my family, she says.
Geneva learned about giving back from her mother, Vastie Holmes,
who also served as the inspiration for Geneva to connect with
Seton Highland Lakes.
My mother instilled in me the importance of giving back and
helping others. I honor her with this gift and see how this is such a
ftting legacy for me and my family.
Geneva has been involved with Seton Highland Lakes since 2008.
She decided to make a gift through her estate plan that will beneft
those we serve, well into the future.
She shares this news in hopes that you may decide to do something
similar, and experience, as she says, how good it makes you feel,
knowing that you will be helping many others through Seton.
A bequest, which is a gift made through your will or trust, is one
of the easiest ways to help Seton serve your community. Bequests
support our mission because they create a legacy for you while
enabling nurses, physicians and other staf at Seton to continue
their compassionate work for years to come.
When each of us takes a moment to draft a will with an attorney,
our loved ones, friends and charitable organizations have a clear
picture of our legacy.
Improving the lives of others can continue long after we are gone.
While the cost of an attorney drafting your will is surprisingly low,
the emotional satisfaction that comes with it is reassuringly high, as
Geneva shared with us.
Geneva recalled frst reading
in the local newspaper about a
fundraising efort to purchase
a cardiovascular ultrasound
machine for Seton Highland
Lakes. She then learned how
much charity care we provide to
our community, and that fundraising is often the only way we can
purchase state-of-the-art equipment.
Because her mother passed away too early from a heart attack at
the age of 62, Geneva found it meaningful to join us in our efort
to beneft our shared community.
To learn more about creating your legacy through a charitable
bequest, please call Tim Aronson at 512-324-4091 or visit
www.setonwilliamsonfdn.org. If you have already included our
organization in your planning, please let us know. Tis way, we can
ensure your wishes are followed, plus we can recognize and thank
you for helping Seton make a diference.
Meet Geneva Dalton
And Learn About Her Gift of a Lifetime
Make Your Will Known
Its a rare opportunity to give a gift that lasts beyond your
lifetime to care for others and to ofer hope to those yet
to be born. A gift through your will or estate plan is a simple
way to make a meaningful and lasting gift to the Seton
Healthcare Family. If you would like more information
on estate planning or need sample language for making a
charitable bequest, please contact Tim Aronson, director of
development, at 512-324-4091. If you have already put Seton
in your estate plans or IRA, or listed Seton as an insurance
benefciary, please let us know so we can acknowledge your
gift appropriately.
You can help Seton improve the health and lives of others by
including this language in your will:
I hereby direct $___________ (or percent of my residual estate) in
cash, securities or other property to Seton Williamson Foundation,
Round Rock, Texas. This gift shall be used for the further beneft
of _______( Seton Highland Lakes Hospital, Seton Northwest
Hospital, or Seton Medical Center Williamson)______. This gift
shall be used to ________(purpose)_______ .
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You do not have
to be a millionaire
to make an
incredible gift.
201 Seton Parkway Round Rock, TX 78665
P 512.324.4090 F 512.324.4657 setonwilliamsonfdn.org
The Beacon is published twice each year
for donors and friends of Seton Medical
Center Williamson. It is a publication
of the Seton Williamson Foundation,
Donna Budak, executive director.
Seton Williamson Board of Trustees
Jim Schwertner, Chairman
David Hays, Secretary
Troy Rodriguez, Treasurer
John S. Avery, Jr.
Ty Barho
Nancy Crouse
Bryan Farney
Dan Gattis, Jr.
Randy Howry
John Kiltz
Frank Krenek
Betty Lord
Don Martin
Laura Robinson
Jeff Rusk
Bonnie Sells
David Singleton
Life Trustees
Charles N. Avery, III
Judy McLeod
Ex-Ofcio Members
Sr. Helen Brewer, DC
Donna Budak
Scott Fuller
Jess Garza
Ken Gladish, PhD
Brian Lidiak
Michelle Robertson
Said Soubra, MD
Community Volunteer Leadership
Mary Steger
Seton Womens Development Board
Nancy Crouse
Seton Circle President
The Beacon production team
includes photography by Jim Lincoln
and design by onecreativegirl.com.
Your feedback and suggestions are
welcome at info@setonwilliamsonfdn.org.
For more information about support
provided by the Seton Williamson
Foundation, visit setonwilliamsonfdn.org.
Look what you did!
Thanks to You, Cancer Patients
Have Personalized Help
Meet Cindy Fawver, the new nurse navigator at Seton
Williamson for patients with cancer. With a warm smile and
14 years of oncology nursing under her belt, Cindy personally
coordinates care for breast and lung cancer patients in
Williamson County and meets with patients who have other
forms of cancer.
Cindys position is a direct result of your support. Money
raised from the annual Berry Creek Cancer Fund golf
tournament is earmarked for this role. Its a beautiful example
of the community coming together to meet a need.
I take every opportunity to tell people about the cancer
navigation services here, said Cindy. Te individualized support for patients who have
been diagnosed with cancer is so important on their path to recovery.
Patients and families can count on Cindy to help alleviate barriers, improve coordination of care, and fnd community resources.
She is a guiding hand through diagnosis, treatment and life after cancer.
You can support this tournament and help fund cancer navigation services at SMCW. Make a gift online at berrycreekcancerfund.org.
Cindy Fawver, RN, BSN
Gifts from 38 Seton Circle members totaling
$16,500 will give a big boost to six exciting projects
at Seton Medical Center Williamson this year.
Hospital care teams and staf presented a selection
of proposals to improve patient care, comfort, and
safety. In April, members voted to support:
a cardiovascular conditioning and strengthening
machine and balance training equipment
special reclining chairs to help heart surgery
patients breathe more easily and regain their lung
capacity
two recliners for hip surgery patients that reduce
stress on the newly implanted hip joint
a chair designed specifcally for geriatric patients
safety training for Seton staf on difusing
emotionally charged situations
a memorial sculpture to honor SMCW organ
donors
Chaired by Seton Williamson Foundation board
member Nancy Crouse, the Seton Circle is a giving
society of community friends and Seton associates
who give $250 or more annually. Members gather for
social events and annually vote on projects to support
with their generous donations.
For more information on the Seton Circle or how
to join, please contact Heather Parsons, director
of development, at hparsons@seton.org or call
(512) 324-4061.
SAVE THE DATE!

June 7, 2014
The 16
th
Annual Berry Creek
Cancer Fund Golf Tournament.
Generously supported by Berry Creek residents
and local community members, the Berry Creek
Cancer Fund is a volunteer committee that
raises funds to help Williamson County cancer
patients and their families.
Te event beneftsSeton Medical Center
Williamsons Cancer Patient Navigatorposition.
For more information, please contact Katy
Quinn, chair of the Berry Creek Cancer
Fund at kdquinn@suddenlink.net or visit
berrycreekcancerfund.org.
Your Gifts, Your Vote
Seton Circle Selects New Projects to Support
From left to right are Mark Langendorf, Misty McKinney,
Rosie Roy-Garcia, SWF board member and Seton Circle
Chair Nancy Crouse, Joanne Scott, Joanne Brockway, Marcus
Vasquez, Kathryn Sonoda, Margaret Kelly, and Heather Hill.

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